Job Description

Heriot-Watt University Malaysia is seeking to appoint a casual academic staff member to support the delivery of D18BT Building Services for the January semester.

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching, assessment, and student support for the course, ensuring an engaging and high-quality learning experience in line with Heriot-Watt University's academic standards.

The role will be based at the University's campus in Putrajaya, Malaysia. Programmes are delivered in English and therefore fluency in English is essential.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver D18BT Building Services in accordance with the academic standards, requirements, and expectations of the University.
• Undertake teaching and assessment duties with classes that might have to be conducted on weekends.
• Guidance and support for students, including providing additional assistance where necessary.
• Liaise with the global course leader to ensure alignment and consistency in course delivery.
• Preparation for all tutoring activities.
• Marking of examination papers and the completion of all related administrative duties, in compliance with the policies, procedures, and requirements of the University.

All HWUM staff endeavours will embody our shared values of: Inspire, Collaborate, Belong, and Celebrate. 

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake other relevant duties commensurate with the grading of the post and its general responsibilities. Activities may be subject to amendment over time as the role develops and/or priorities and requirements evolve.  

Person Specification

This section details the attributes e.g. skills, knowledge/qualifications and competencies which are required in order to undertake the full remit of the role.

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Master in Built Environment or Engineering Field

Desirable

• PhD in Built Environment or Engineering Field

Experience

Essential

• At least 1 year of teaching experience and/or relevant industry experience
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply

Desirable

• More than 5 years of teaching experience and/or relevant industry experience

Competencies, Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Strong technical proficiency in Microsoft 365 and the ability to develop creative written and video content for effective communication and information delivery

Essential Criteria – these are attributes without which a candidate would not be able to undertake the full remit of the role.  Applicants who do not clearly demonstrate in their application that they possess the essential requirements will normally be eliminated at the short-listing stage.  

Desirable Criteria – these are attributes which would be useful for the candidate to hold.  When shortlisting, these criteria will be considered when more than one applicant meets the essential criteria.   

Other Relevant Information 

We aim to hold interviews at the Malaysia Campus in Putrajaya on the week of 19 October 2026. 

For more information about Malaysia Campus, please visit http://www.hw.edu.my.  

For information about Purpose-Driven Education, please see our website: https://www.hw.ac.uk/malaysia/about/purpose-driven-education.htm 

Application Process

Applications should be submitted to Careers system.   

Applications must be submitted by 16 October 2026.   If you are not contacted by the selection committee by 18 October 2026 then please assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful. 

The University is committed to equality of opportunity.